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SKU: BMW-12517838512

BMW Wiring Harness Alternator-Vanos - Genuine BMW 12517838512

M3

Position 4 in the diagram



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SKU:
BMW-12517838512
FCP Euro ID:
265120
Quality:
Genuine

OE Numbers

12517838512

MFG Numbers

N/A

Product Information

Part number 12517838512 is a brand new, unused Genuine BMW part. 12517838512 is part of your BMW's engine wiring harness. Wiring harnesses are crucial for a variety of reasons. Think of an engine wiring harness as the nerves inside your body. Electronic pulses and signals are carried through this network and the engine is controlled by the DME via a network of signals from strategically placed sensors. Frayed, damaged, or corroded wiring harnesses can cause an array of issues.

Genuine BMW parts from FCP Euro are the exact same that you would order or purchase from your local BMW dealer. FCP Euro works with some of the best suppliers to make sure that we can get you the Genuine BMW part that you want when you want them. Genuine BMW parts are manufactured by some of the best suppliers including Bosch, Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, VDO, TRW, and Valeo (just to name a few) so don’t be surprised to see manufacturer stampings on it. You can identify a Genuine part by a BMW roundel stamp and a short 7 digit part number on all Genuine BMW parts.

Through our extensive knowledge of cars and technology innovations, FCP Euro is able to provide it’s customers with an easy-to-use online shopping experience experience. Since 1986 FCP Euro has focused on quality and selection of it’s replacement parts focusing on OEM and Genuine product offering.

BMW Engine Wiring Harness diagram for M3

Engine Wiring Harness

An engine wiring harness is a bundled set of electrical wires, connectors, and terminals that links the engine’s sensors, actuators, ignition system, fuel injectors, and other components to the vehicle’s Engine Control Module (ECM) and power supply.

It acts as the central nervous system of the engine, carrying signals and power to ensure the engine runs efficiently and safely. The harness is usually protected with insulation, conduit, and sometimes heat shields to prevent damage from heat, vibration, and moisture.

Engine Wiring Harness Failure Symptoms
  • Check Engine Light or Multiple Warning Lights: Faulty or broken connections can trigger sensor errors.
  • Engine Misfires or Rough Running: Inconsistent electrical signals to ignition coils or injectors disrupt combustion.
  • Starting Problems or No Start: If critical circuits like the starter, crankshaft position sensor, or fuel system are affected.
  • Intermittent Electrical Failures: Components work sometimes and fail at other times due to loose or damaged wires.

About Genuine BMW

The original parts used by BMW to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine BMW” brand. When ordering a Genuine BMW part you are guaranteed to get the same part that you would pick up from your local dealerships part department. Genuine BMW parts have been built to BMW’s stringent standards and are the same quality of the original parts used to build your Ultimate Driving Machine.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your BMW are not necessarily manufactured by BMW. No cause for concern, as BMW designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for BMW for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine BMW parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a BMW logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming direct from OE manufacturers. That extra bit of insight could save you some serious money while shopping! Refer to our OE Academy for further information regarding the OE/OEM tags throughout the site.

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